Venuum Ferrari 296 Gets Aggressive Carbon Widebody Makeover With Blacked-Out Wheels

Few cars wear their ambition as openly as the Ferrari 296 GTB, which makes the Venuum Ferrari 296 a bold proposition. Tuner Venuum has unveiled the Corsso, a widebody conversion that pushes the hybrid supercar’s stance well beyond the factory brief. Is it an improvement, or a trespass against Maranello’s restraint? We spent time with the photos to find out.

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Venuum Ferrari 296 Carbon Widebody Anatomy

The Corsso package starts with widened fender flares that blend into the factory bodywork, adding visible width over the rear haunches. Up front, a carbon splitter and side aero blades attack the airflow with obvious intent. Venuum has also fitted carbon side intake surrounds and a rear diffuser, a combination that echoes the Venuum Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport VXX program.

Still, a widebody lives or dies on usable grip, not just visual drama. Forged multi-spoke wheels in black cut unsprung weight, which should sharpen turn-in response. On paper, a wider footprint of the Venuum Ferrari 296 could add lateral stability over mid-corner kerbs.

Chassis Dynamics Versus Visual Drama

Ferrari’s 296 GTB is a mid-engine, rear-drive machine with a naturally balanced chassis. Its 819 horsepower hybrid system is already formidable, so the real test is how the new aero behaves at speed. Adding downforce pieces without recalibrating the balance risks biting front-end grip at the wrong moment.

Verdict From the Track Side

Ultimately, this build is a statement of attitude rather than a refinement of the original. Purists will bristle at the carbon, yet the proportions carry genuine visual muscle. Pricing for bespoke bodywork is not publicly disclosed, though the base car carries an estimated $322,000 (est.) starting figure.

In reality, respected tuner widebodies tend to hold value when they arrive with documentation and clean fitment. Expect the Corsso to become a conversation piece rather than a circuit weapon. Still, for collectors who want something louder than factory paint, it will be hard to ignore.

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Marcus Vance

Senior Track & Performance Editor at Auto News Magazine. Veteran automotive journalist specializing in chassis dynamics, apex telemetry, track-day specials, and high-revving mechanical purity.

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